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Audrey Jacques, Lead, Home and Community Care Working Group
Audrey Jacques has over fifteen years of experience in the federal public sector. She has worked in communications and marketing as well as on a number of social policy files, including the delivery of…
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Submission to the Pre-Budget Consultations 2023
The Council on Aging of Ottawa (COA) is pleased to participate in the pre-budget consultations. The past three years have been extremely challenging for all of us, particularly for older adults. As pointed…
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Neighbourhood Health and Wellness Hubs as a potential service delivery model that would support the needs of older adults
Dr. Vera EtchesMedical Officer of HealthOttawa Public Health
Dear Dr. Etches,
RE: Neighbourhood Health and Wellness Hubs as a potential service delivery model that would support the needs of older adults
The…
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Don’t wait. Vaccinate! Tip Sheet for Older Adults
Vaccinations help to improve health outcomes, especially among older adults. As you age, your immune system weakens and can make fighting off infections more difficult. In fact, there are available and…
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Ontario Political Leadership – Open Letter Bill 7
Dear Party Leaders:Re: Ontario’s Health Care System
The Council on Aging of Ottawa (COA) recognizes that Ontario’s health care system is in crisis. The issues are complex and systemic shortcomings have…
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Volunteer Opportunity – Co-Chair, Health Issues Committee
Healthy is top of mind for everyone these days but never more so for older adults. Would you like to work with talented individuals who have expertise in public policy and advocacy and professionals who…
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Health Issues Committee – Volunteer Community Member
Are you interested in older adult health issues? Do you like to learn about emerging health issues, read news articles and surf the internet? Are you ready to be an advocate? We are looking for individuals…
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